If you’ve opened this Genshin tier list hoping to figure out who’s actually worth pulling and building right now, you’re in the right place. Version 7.0, Everwinter Without Mercy, dropped on August 12, 2026 and dragged us into Snezhnaya — the frozen Fatui homeland we’ve been waiting years to see — and it did not arrive quietly. Odette headlines a fresh wave of Cryo power, the new Stellar and Lunar reactions have rewritten how the strongest teams do damage, and a bunch of old favorites quietly got a lot better. Below I’ve ranked the whole roster by role, explained why the top picks are where they are, and flagged who to actually spend your Primogems on before Version 7.1 lands on September 23.
Quick answer: The best characters in Version 7.0 are Odette, Mavuika, Sandrone, Skirk, and Arlecchino at the top of the DPS pile, with Furina, Kazuha, Xilonen, and Citlali leading the buffers and Bennett, Iansan, and Sucrose proving 4-stars still sit at the very top. The meta now revolves around Stellar and Lunar reactions from the Snezhnaya units — but your comfiest well-built team still beats a meta pick you don’t own. Rankings shift daily, so treat this as a September 2026 snapshot.
What Changed in Version 7.0
Before the rankings, it helps to know why the meta moved — because this patch changed the rules, not just the roster.
The headline is Snezhnaya itself and its new reaction systems. Stellar reactions (you’ll see Stellar Glimmer and Stellar Conduct referenced a lot) are the new damage engine that the strongest Version 7.0 teams are built around, and they pair with the Lunar reactions that carried over from the Nod-Krai era to create some genuinely absurd numbers. The short version: units that can trigger or amplify these reactions shot up the rankings, while a few older comps that don’t interact with them slid down by comparison.
The new faces matter too. Odette, a 5-star Cryo sword user, is the patch’s crown jewel and immediately one of the best carries in the game. Alyosha, a free 4-star Electro polearm, is a surprisingly strong support you should grab while he’s around. And with HoYoverse skipping Version 6.8 entirely to jump straight from 6.7 to 7.0, this update carried extra weight as the start of a whole new nation’s story arc.
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The Full Genshin Tier List for Version 7.0
These placements assume C0 (no constellations) with sensible weapons and artifacts, and each character is judged inside its best team rather than in a vacuum — because in Genshin, teams win, not solo units. Since different trackers weight Abyss usage and theorycraft slightly differently, I’ve grouped characters into tiers instead of pretending there’s a precise ranking down to decimal places.
| Tier | Characters |
|---|---|
| SS (Best) | Odette, Mavuika, Sandrone, Skirk, Arlecchino, Flins, Furina, Kazuha, Neuvillette |
| S | Zibai, Columbina, Escoffier, Citlali, Xilonen, Lauma, Linnea, Nefer, Lohen, Durin, Ineffa, Bennett, Nicole, Nahida |
| A | Varka, Varesa, Chasca, Kinich, Wriothesley, Yelan, Fischl, Raiden Shogun, Venti, Zhongli, Hu Tao, Navia, Clorinde, Emilie, Sigewinne, Iansan, Sucrose, Cryo Traveler, Alyosha |
| B | Ganyu, Ayaka, Yoimiya, Cyno, Alhaitham, Lyney, Xiangling, Xingqiu, Nilou, Yae Miko, Tighnari, Baizhu, Kokomi, Chiori |
| C | Diluc, Eula, Keqing, Tartaglia, Klee, Mona, Jean, Albedo, Yanfei, older 4-stars in off-meta roles |
| D | Amber, Kaeya, Lisa, Xinyan, Dori, and most launch-era units without a modern niche |
New-unit caveat: Odette, Flins, and the other Snezhnaya units are still fresh, so their placements reflect early Abyss data and theorycraft rather than a fully settled meta. Expect some movement as players optimize teams — and remember Version 7.1 (September 23) will shift things again with Vesna and Vodyanitsa.
Best DPS Characters in 7.0
Your main carry defines your account, so most players should invest here first. The current apex damage dealers:
- Odette — the new Cryo carry and the face of the patch. She anchors the strongest Stellar-reaction teams and hits like a truck once built.
- Mavuika — still one of the most flexible top-tier carries, working as both a main and off-field Pyro depending on the team.
- Sandrone — triggers Stellar Conduct and puts up some of the highest damage numbers in the game, even without a full Snezhnaya team around her.
- Skirk — single-handedly revived Freeze comps and remains a monster in the right setup.
- Arlecchino — still the benchmark hypercarry; if you own her, she hasn’t gone anywhere.
- Neuvillette — here’s where trackers disagree: some keep him top-tier, others have slid him to A as the reaction meta shifts. Either way, a built Neuvillette still clears everything, so don’t bench him.
Best Support & Buffer Characters in 7.0
Supports are what turn a good carry into a broken one, and Genshin’s best teams live and die by their buffers. The premier picks:
- Furina — still the single best all-round support in the game, fitting into nearly every top team.
- Kazuha — the gold-standard grouper and elemental damage amplifier; universally useful.
- Xilonen & Citlali — premium shredders and enablers that slot into most modern comps.
- Escoffier & Columbina — strong off-field pressure and buffs for the Cryo and Lunar teams that define this patch.
- Bennett, Iansan & Sucrose — proof that a 4-star can still sit at the very top. Bennett heals and buffs, Iansan hands out big ATK boosts, and Sucrose now rivals premium Anemo supports thanks to recent buffs.
Don’t sleep on free units:Alyosha (the free 4-star from this patch) and the Cryo Traveler are both genuinely usable in Snezhnaya teams. If you’re free-to-play, they cover real gaps at zero cost.
Version 7.0 Banners: Who Should You Pull?
Version 7.0 ran two phases, and Version 7.1 is right around the corner, so here’s how to spend wisely:
| Phase | Featured | Verdict |
|---|---|---|
| 7.0 Phase 1 (Aug 12–Sep 1) | Odette (new), Arlecchino (rerun), Alyosha (free 4★) | Odette is a top-tier pull; Arlecchino a great grab if you missed her. |
| 7.0 Phase 2 (Sep 1–Sep 22) | Flins (rerun), Ineffa (rerun) | Strong reruns — Flins if you want another elite carry, Ineffa for her niche. |
| 7.1 (from Sep 23) | Vesna, Vodyanitsa (new) | Save some Primogems if you’re curious — two brand-new Snezhnaya units debut. |
Pull smart: Each wish costs 160 Primogems, and a guaranteed featured 5-star can run up to 180 pulls in the worst case. Don’t chase every banner — fill the role your account actually lacks, and if you’re new, prioritize any SS unit that fits a reaction you can build a full team around.
Best Free-to-Play Picks in 7.0
You absolutely do not need to whale to clear this game’s hardest content. The strongest free and low-investment options right now:
- Bennett, Xiangling, and Sucrose — the classic 4-star backbone that still powers top-tier teams.
- Alyosha — grab the free Electro support from this patch while he’s available.
- Cryo Traveler — a flexible, free option that fits nicely into the new Snezhnaya reaction comps.
- Fischl and Xingqiu — evergreen off-field DPS that remain relevant patch after patch.
How to Use This Genshin Tier List
- Don’t chase decimals. Trackers disagree by a tier here and there; the band matters more than whether a unit is “slightly” above another.
- Build teams, not solo units. A B-tier character in a well-built team beats an SS unit with no support around them.
- Comfort beats meta. The carry you enjoy and have invested in will out-perform a “better” one you never play.
- Match units to reactions. Version 7.0 rewards Stellar and Lunar reaction teams — pick characters that feed the same engine.
- Re-check after each patch. The meta re-ranks daily, and 7.1 lands September 23. For the official rundown of new content and systems, HoYoverse posts full patch notes on the official Genshin Impact site.
Conclusion
Version 7.0 is one of the bigger meta shake-ups Genshin has seen in a while — Snezhnaya’s Stellar reactions changed how top teams deal damage, Odette and the new units muscled straight into the top tier, and a handful of old favorites got a quiet second wind. But the real lesson of any Genshin tier list is that this game rewards smart team-building far more than chasing every shiny new banner. Claim your free units, fill your account’s actual gaps, lean into the reactions you can build around, and you’ll clear the hardest content without spending a cent. Check back as Version 7.1 approaches — and until then, safe travels, Traveler.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is the best character in Genshin 7.0?
Odette, the new Cryo carry from Snezhnaya, is widely considered the best character in Version 7.0, alongside Mavuika, Sandrone, Skirk, and Arlecchino at the top of the DPS rankings. On the support side, Furina and Kazuha remain the best all-round buffers.
When did Genshin Version 7.0 release?
August 12, 2026 (August 11 for North America). It introduced the Snezhnaya region and skipped Version 6.8 entirely, going straight from 6.7 to 7.0. Version 7.1 follows on September 23, 2026 with Vesna and Vodyanitsa.
What are Stellar and Lunar reactions?
They’re the new reaction systems driving the Version 7.0 meta. Stellar reactions (like Stellar Glimmer and Stellar Conduct) arrived with Snezhnaya, and they pair with the Lunar reactions from the Nod-Krai era to enable the strongest current teams. Units that trigger or amplify them rank highest.
Is Odette worth pulling?
Yes. Odette is a top-tier Cryo main DPS who anchors the best Stellar-reaction teams and immediately became one of the strongest carries in the game. She’s an easy recommendation if you want a modern carry and can build a team around her.
Who are the best free-to-play characters in 7.0?
Bennett, Xiangling, and Sucrose remain the classic F2P backbone, and the free 4-star Alyosha plus the Cryo Traveler both fit well into the new Snezhnaya teams. Fischl and Xingqiu are also evergreen off-field picks.
Is Neuvillette still good in Version 7.0?
Yes, though trackers disagree on exactly how high he sits — some keep him top-tier while others rate him A as the reaction meta shifts. A built Neuvillette still clears all current content comfortably, so there’s no reason to bench him.
How often does this Genshin tier list change?
Frequently. Rankings re-rank as new Abyss data comes in, patches shift the meta, and new characters release. Version 7.1 on September 23 will move things again, so treat any tier list as a current-patch snapshot rather than a permanent ranking.
Are tier list placements based on constellations?
No. This Genshin tier list rates every character at C0 (no constellations) with realistic weapons and artifacts, and judges each unit inside its best team rather than in isolation. Higher constellations can raise a character’s real-world value.